The holidays are hectic in the world of baking.

Local shops like Bakery Nouveau countdown the weeks until Christmas with nervous anticipation.

And this year is extra wild.

Bakery Nouveau’s co-owner William Leaman is also coaching Team USA in an international baking competition.

We’ll learn more about that in a minute.

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The small town of Mineral, Washington doesn’t have a lot of residents, or a lot of jobs - but they’re still taking care of each other.

Six rural hospitals in Oregon and Washington have closed their obstetrics units since 2020, including one in northern Oregon earlier this year.

And some colleges, including the University of Washington, have eliminated questions that reference diversity from their admissions applications in response to statements from the federal government.

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WA recommends Hep-B vaccine for newborns despite CDC panel guidance, Seattle Police launch DUI emphasis patrols, and coyote sightings are on the rise in Seattle.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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This week…

The State AG is warning people against donating to scams disguised as charity.

The Seattle Marathon route changed again, upsetting Magnolia residents.

And some advice for how to make a coyote feel unwelcome. 

Seattle Met Food and Drink Editor Naomi Tomky and LiveWire Host Luke Burbank are here to break down the week.

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Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters rejoice for light rail service.  

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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It’s Nutcracker season at the Pacific Northwest Ballet.

For many, it’s a family tradition. 

This year 4 performances of the Nutcracker will feature audio described dance where an artist narrates the live performance.

It helps people who are blind or low vision be more immersed in the experience.

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WA lawmaker proposes payroll tax, Amazon to pay $3.8 million over labor violations, and ocean acidification is speeding up in the Salish Sea.

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Saturday marks yet another milestone for Link Light Rail.

Our local 1 and 2 lines have really expanded in the last two years. This time, Sound Transit is heading further south.

We’ll hear more from Seattle Times Transportation Reporter Nick DeShais. 

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Costco sues the Trump Administration, Seattle city councilmember Eddie Lin sworn into office, and Seattle area traffic is getting worse.

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Holiday shopping season is upon us. Inflation and economic uncertainty are definitely in the mix this year, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t committed to spending. If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift, sometimes where you shop can matter just as much as what you buy. Laura Clise is here with some ideas. She’s the CEO and founder of Intentionalist, which connects shoppers with local businesses.

Find Laura's recommendations here.

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